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News Release from: Gudel UK | Subject: Three-axis positioning systems
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 25 June 2004
Handling system suits sealing dispensers
Further development of its three-axis positioning systems - to suit sealant dispensing applications - extends Gudel UK's standard range of advanced component management and work handling equipment.
Further development of its three-axis positioning systems - to suit sealant dispensing applications - extends Gudel UK's standard range of advanced component management and work handling equipment Incorporating proven TS1000 control systems for easy programming, the competitively priced units feature a high accuracy three-axis linear module that offers a maximum travel of 2500 x 2500 x 500mm in the x, y and z axes, respectively
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 19 Feb 2001 at 8.00am (UK)
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Full three-axis interpolation ensures the systems' suitability for even the most complex 3D components, while the use of precision ballscrews and servo drives provides accurate positioning in all three planes - for consistent sealant bead width, optimum raw material utilisation and guaranteed assembly quality.
Feed rates up to 1m/s are easily programmed into the controller, along with multiple start/stop signals for intermittent bead application cycles.
In addition, fast-response light guards ensure the highest levels of operator protection, as well as unrestricted access for easy component loading and unloading.
Providing a highly cost-effective method of accurately dispensing sealant or similar materials, the Gudel units can be supplied as stand-alone systems, or integrated with sophisticated work handling modules into fully automated production lines.
They can also be custom-engineered to provide both four- and five-axis capabilities for applications requiring the delivery head to be maintained normal to the workpiece throughout the operating cycle.
Furthermore, these latest positioning modules can be easily adapted for drilling, polishing, routing, machining or other assembly operations.
Gudel's sealant dispensers mirror the company's modular design philosophy, which enables linear-axis handling systems to be produced with up to 100m x-axis and 10m y-axis runs as standard.
They are also backed by in-depth product selection advice, as well as a dedicated installation and applications engineering service from Gudel's Coventry-based technical support team.
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